Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples without overmixing.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Notes
- For added chewiness, consider mixing in rolled oats or chopped nuts.
- Customize flavors by adding dried fruits or an extra sprinkle of cinnamon on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg